Casablanca

Casablanca is a Swedish rock supergroup formed in Stockholm circa 2010, featuring a lineup of seasoned veterans from the Scandinavian music scene. The core membership includes Anders Ljung, Ryan Roxie (noted for his extensive work with Alice Cooper), Erik Stenemo, Josephine Forsman, and Mats Rubarth.

Their sound is a meticulous reconstruction of 1970s hard rock and glam, characterized by dual-guitar harmonies, theatrical vocal deliveries, and high-production values that bridge the gap between vintage analog warmth and modern digital clarity. Their career arc began with a high-profile appearance at Melodifestivalen 2010, though they quickly pivoted toward a more traditional rock trajectory. Their three-album run - Apocalyptic Youth (2012), Riding a Black Swan (2014), and the concept-driven Miskatonic Graffiti (2015) - demonstrates an evolution from straightforward glam-inflected hard rock to more ambitious, narrative songwriting. Critically, they are often grouped with the 'New Wave of Swedish Hard Rock,' though their specific emphasis on 70s glam aesthetics and power-pop sensibilities distinguishes them from the more metal-leaning acts in that movement. Their cultural position is that of a 'musician's band,' respected for their technical proficiency and authentic adherence to classic rock tropes.